Project Manager - Columbus Construction

Michael Page; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus program

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company contribution

Generous PTO and paid holidays

Professional development and training

Job summary

MPI is seeking a Project Manager to lead complex commercial construction projects across healthcare, higher education, multifamily, and commercial sectors in Central Ohio. The role spans from preconstruction through closeout, collaborating with top professionals to deliver high-profile projects and build long-term client relationships.

You will manage budgets, schedules, RFIs, submittals, and subcontractor buyouts, while mentoring Project Engineers and Assistant Project Managers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field preferred.
• 5+ years of commercial construction project management experience.
• Experience managing projects from preconstruction through completion.
• Strong knowledge of budgeting, cost control, scheduling, contracts, and procurement.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Experience leading project teams and coordinating multiple stakeholders.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Proficiency with construction management software and Microsoft Office

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial construction projects from preconstruction through closeout.
• Develop and maintain project budgets, schedules, and forecasts.
• Lead project planning, procurement, and subcontractor buyout activities.
• Negotiate and administer subcontractor and vendor agreements.
• Monitor project costs and proactively manage financial performance.
• Partner with Superintendents to drive project execution, safety, and quality standards.
• Lead owner, architect, engineer, and subcontractor meetings.
• Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, and project documentation.
• Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships throughout the project lifecycle.
• Coordinate project closeout activities and final turnover.
• Mentor Project Engineers and Assistant Project Managers.

Skills

Budgeting & cost control

Scheduling

Contract negotiation

Procurement

Leadership & team coordination

Communication & relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field

Tools

Construction management software

Microsoft Office

Job description

An award-winning commercial general contractor is seeking a Project Manager to lead complex construction projects across a diverse portfolio of market sectors. This role offers the opportunity to manage projects from preconstruction through completion while working alongside some of the industry's top construction professionals.

Our client is a premier commercial construction firm with a longstanding reputation for quality, integrity, and successful project delivery. For decades, they have helped shape communities through the construction of high-profile projects across healthcare, higher education, multifamily, mixed-use, commercial, institutional, and mission-critical sectors.

The organization is known for its people-first culture, strong financial position, and commitment to promoting from within. Employees are empowered to take ownership of their work, collaborate with talented teams, and build meaningful careers while working on some of the most significant projects in the region.

With a robust backlog and continued growth across multiple markets, this is a company where talented construction professionals can build long-term careers and advance into senior leadership roles.

Description

Responsibilities include:

• Manage commercial construction projects from preconstruction through closeout.
• Develop and maintain project budgets, schedules, and forecasts.
• Lead project planning, procurement, and subcontractor buyout activities.
• Negotiate and administer subcontractor and vendor agreements.
• Monitor project costs and proactively manage financial performance.
• Partner with Superintendents to drive project execution, safety, and quality standards.
• Lead owner, architect, engineer, and subcontractor meetings.
• Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, and project documentation.
• Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships throughout the project lifecycle.
• Coordinate project closeout activities and final turnover.
• Mentor Project Engineers and Assistant Project Managers.
  

Profile

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field preferred.
• 5+ years of commercial construction project management experience.
• Experience managing projects from preconstruction through completion.
• Strong knowledge of budgeting, cost control, scheduling, contracts, and procurement.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Experience leading project teams and coordinating multiple stakeholders.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Proficiency with construction management software and Microsoft Office

Job Offer

What's on Offer?

• Annual bonus opportunity.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company contribution.
• Generous PTO and paid holidays.
• Professional development and leadership training programs.
• Clear advancement opportunities into Senior Project Manager and executive leadership positions.
• Opportunity to work on landmark projects throughout Central Ohio.
• Collaborative culture with strong leadership support.
• Financially stable organization with a significant backlog of work.
• Access to industry-leading technology, resources, and construction practices.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.